Biblical Answer

Prayer: Not a Game of Cosmic Chance

Prayer is not a game of cosmic chance, where we throw our prayers into the air, hoping that God will answer them. Rather, prayer is a vital means of communication with God, where we seek to have perfect and complete oneness with Him. When we pray, we are not just asking for answers, but seeking to align ourselves with God's will and purposes.

Understanding God's Answer

We tend to think that if God doesn't answer our prayers, it means He doesn't care or that He's indifferent. But the truth is, God always answers our prayers, even if it's not the answer we want. Sometimes the answer is "no," and we need to learn to accept that as a valid response from God. We need to understand that God's sovereignty and wisdom are far greater than our own, and His ways are not our ways (Isaiah 55:8-9). When we pray, we need to pray in faith, according to God's will, and with a willingness to accept His answer, whether it's yes, no, or wait.

Faith and Prayer

Faith is essential in prayer, and it's not just about asking for answers. Faith is about trusting in God's goodness, wisdom, and sovereignty, even when we don't understand His ways. When we pray, we need to pray with faith, believing that God will answer our prayers in His time and in His way. We need to remember that God is a God of love, and He desires to communicate with us and have a personal relationship with us. When we pray, we are not just asking for answers, but seeking to deepen our relationship with God and align ourselves with His purposes. As the Bible says, "You do not have, because you do not ask" (James 4:2). Let us approach prayer with faith, humility, and a willingness to accept God's answer, whether it's yes, no, or wait.